Good Care Will Make a Difference
Quality care can make a difference in a child's life.
Choosing the right child care is an important decision for a
parent. Here are some things you will find in good child
care:
- Caregivers who are warm, loving, and flexible.
The child care will be licensed or registered with the
state.
- The daily schedule, with age-appropriate activities
for the children to do each day, is posted for parents
to see.
- Trained caregivers who have knowledge of child
development, safety, and health issues, and experience
working with children the age of your child.
- A place is that is clean and bright, with large
areas for children to play.
- Outdoor play is scheduled. Children of all ages
benefit from daily outdoor time except in extreme
weather.
- The playthings, equipment, and materials are clean,
safe, and appropriate for the children who are using
them.
- There are enough caregivers for the number of
children.
- A child care provider who teaches the children how
to do things and models correct behavior.
The Pennsylvania State University Cooperative Extension
Better Kid Care Program has information on children's issues
for early childhood educators, child care providers, and
parents on the Better Kid Care Web site at:
www.betterkidcare.psu.edu.